Thursday, January 22,
2026 - Suna East Member of Parliament, Junet Mohamed, has categorically
dismissed any possibility of the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) engaging in
coalition talks with former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua’s DCP ahead of
the 2027 General Elections.
Speaking on Wednesday, the outspoken legislator said
Gachagua’s divisive rhetoric and tribal politics make cooperation impossible.
“No, no, the DCP, we can’t discuss anything with them. Can you
discuss anything with Gachagua? He’s the only impeached Deputy President in
Africa,” Junet remarked.
The National Assembly Minority Leader accused Gachagua of
perpetuating ethnic divisions through controversial statements about
communities and political shareholding.
“He’s always talking about communities, saying these ones have
shares, these ones should leave Kenya, these ones are Ugandans.”
“He is constantly dividing Kenyans. How can we discuss anything
with such a person?” Junet posed.
Despite ruling out talks with Gachagua, Junet acknowledged
that politics remains unpredictable.
“Politics is the art of the unknown. Friends are foes tomorrow,
foes are friends tomorrow. It’s normal in politics,” he observed.
On whether ODM will back President William Ruto in 2027,
Junet remained cautious, noting that negotiations are ongoing.
“We have not reached there. If talks go well, we will support him.
If not, we have options,” he said.
Junet also addressed questions about Wiper Party leader,
Kalonzo Musyoka, who supported Raila Odinga in three consecutive presidential
bids.
He praised Kalonzo’s loyalty but stopped short of committing
ODM’s support.
“He is a good man, loyal to the core. But coalitions are meant for
specific elections.”
“Once you don’t form Government, they end there,” Junet
explained.
He added that the initiative lies with Kalonzo to seek ODM’s
backing.
“It is him who should ask for the support. Personally, he didn’t
ask me,” Junet concluded.
The Kenyan DAILY POST
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